Programs
Our career programs and resources are big on opportunity.
We participate in a variety of programs that provide pathways to better and brighter career opportunities for participants.
Assistive Technology Program
This program teaches participants computer hardware and selected software proficiency and operation. Consumers may enroll in one of two tracks: employment skills or personal skills.
Personal Skills Track:
- Flexible Curriculum Focused on Computer Proficiency in the Home
- May Include Word Processing, Internet, and Email
Employment Skills Track:
- Structured Curriculum Including Personal Skills Curriculum Plus Workplace Skill Training
- May Also Include Job Seeker Assistance With an SCCB Employment Consultant and/or Through the Goodwill Job Connection
Participant Requirements:
Eligibility requirements for class participation must be met through the South Carolina Commission for the Blind.
Questions?
Call the Goodwill Accessibility Software Trainer at 864.351.0125.
Computer Literacy
These monthly classes are available at participating Job Connections on varying days and times. Classes are tailored to attendees’ skill levels.
Training Includes:
- Creating and Using Email Addresses
- Effective Online Job Searching
- Online Applications
- May Cover Basic Microsoft Office Programs Such as Word and Excel
Questions?
Please contact your local Job Connection for training information and availability.
ESL
In partnership with Greenville Literacy Association, English as Second Language (ESL) classes are held weekly at the Job Connections in Berea and Greer. Students are tested upon enrollment to determine entrance level. Levels 0-4 are completed in eight-week sessions and once students pass level four or participate for six months (24 hours), they progress to Greenville Literacy or Life Long Learning for instruction in levels 4-8.
Instruction Includes:
- Basic Alphabet, Numbers, Clothing, Colors, Calendar and Simple Sentence Patterns.
Questions?
Call 864.351.0100 or toll-free at 877-LETSWRK (877.538.7975) or email jcupstate@goodwillsc.org.
GoodGuides™
Goodwill GoodGuides™ is part of a national mentoring program designed to help at-risk youth – potential drop-outs, or those facing legal or delinquency issues. Volunteer mentors provide guidance to youth from ages 12–17.
GoodGuides Event Calendar and Newsletter
(70kb PDF)
Program Helps Teens:
- Build Career Plans and Skills
- Prepare for School Completion, Post-secondary Training and Productive Work
Questions?
Email goodguides@goodwillsc.org. or call 864.351.0110.
Goodwill Industries reserves the right to make the final selection on all clients/students due to the limited program space.
GRATIFY
The Goodwill Real Achievement Training Initiative for Youth program, funded through Greenville County Workforce Development, provides free case management and support services for job-seeking youth (age 18-21) who live in Greenville County.
Training Includes:
- Educational Development/GED Prep
- Work Readiness Classes
- Opportunity for Food Service, Retail or Certified Nurse Aide Work Experience
- Opportunity to Earn a Nationally-recognized Certification
Participant Requirements:
- Must be Age 18-21 Years Old
- Residents of Greenville County
- Not Enrolled in School
- Currently Unemployed
- Household Income Within Program Eligibility Requirements
To Apply:
- Download the application here.
- Complete it.
- Bring to a Job Connection site or scan completed application and email to greenvilleyouth@goodwillsc.org.
Questions?
Call 877- LETSWRK (877.538.7975) or e-mail greenvilleyouth@goodwillsc.org
WIA is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. TTY 711
SCSEP
The Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) provides older workers access to job skills training. Participants may train up to 20 hours per week and are paid the highest of federal, state or local minimum wage. Services are available in Anderson, Cherokee, Greenville, Pickens, Spartanburg, Lexington and Richland Counties.
Training Includes:
- Assessment of Interests, Skills and Abilities
- Assistance with Development of an Employment Plan
- Support and Connection to Resources and Specialized Training
- Assistance with Finding and Keeping Employment
Participant Requirements:
- Must be Age 55 or Older
- Meet Family Income Requirements
- Currently Unemployed and With Poor Employment Prospects
- Reside in County Where the Program Operates
Questions?
Email scsep@goodwillsc.org or call 864.351.0100 or toll-free at 877- LETSWRK (877.538.7975).
*Priority is given to persons over 60 years of age, Veterans, and individuals with the greatest economic need.
Ticket to Work
This employment program is for people with disabilities who are interested in going to work. The Ticket Program is part of the Ticket to Work and Work Incentives Improvement Act of 1999 – legislation designed to remove barriers that previously influenced people’s decisions about going to work due to concerns over losing health care coverage.
Program Goal:
Increase opportunities and choices for Social Security disability beneficiaries to attain support services, training and jobs from designated Employment Networks (ENs) which include public and private providers, employers, and other organizations.
Participant Requirements:
Adult beneficiary, ages 18 through 64, who receives cash benefits from Social Security based on disability under the Social Security Disability Insurance program and/or the Supplemental Security Income program.
Questions?
Attend an information session held each Wednesday 9am at SCWorks (706 Pendleton Street Greenville). In Columbia, email goodwilltraining@goodwillsc.org or call 803.309.0605.
Employment First
The Employment First program helps people with a non-violent criminal record find employment. In addition to assistance with job search and placement, participants also receive mentoring, vocational training, and other supportive services.
Participant Requirements:
- Resident of, or returning to, Richland County
- Recently released from incarceration (within the last six months) or within 90 days of release if still incarcerated
- Non-violent conviction
Questions?
Visit a Goodwill Job Connection for more information, or call 803-448-0690.